Site Agent

Rullion Engineering Cumbria; Porthmadog; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion is seeking a Site Agent to lead and manage construction activities on a major project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme, specification and quality standards. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors and suppliers, oversee planning and risk management, and maintain high health, safety and environmental standards.

You will report to the Project Manager, drive continuous improvement, and own the site activity from mobilization through delivery on a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Site Agent, Construction Agent or similar construction management role.
• Experience managing building, fitout or complex construction packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, programme management and site coordination.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, resources and construction teams.
• Commercial awareness including variations, cost forecasting and change control.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and site safety requirements.
• Experience monitoring progress, risks and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver works safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, designers and client representatives to maintain progress and resolve site issues.
• Manage construction activities to meet programme, specification, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor work packages, scopes, resources and delivery schedules with the commercial team.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, variations and changes, identifying risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce, maintain and update construction programmes, setting production targets and recovery plans.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, sustainability and quality standards.
• Review construction methods, designs and specifications to identify efficiencies and cost savings.
• Manage site resources, workloads and training requirements to support delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, construction documentation, progress reports and handover information.
• Contribute to project risk management and incident investigations.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the project team.

Skills

Site management

Construction planning

Leadership

Coordination

Cost forecasting

Health and safety

Problem-solving

Communication

Drawing interpretation

Tools

CSCS Management Card

CDM Regulations

Job description

Job Title: Site Agent
Job Type: Fixed-term contract until 31/12/2028
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £55,000-£65,000 + £5,750 car allowance
Location: Snowdonia
Working Arrangements: Full-time, onsite
Hours: 45 hours per week

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Agent to lead and manage construction activities on a major project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, specification, quality and commercial requirements.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. You will oversee construction planning, resource management, progress reporting and quality assurance, while driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established construction professional with strong site management, leadership and commercial awareness to take ownership of building and fitout works within a demanding project environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction teams to deliver works safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, designers and client representatives to maintain progress and resolve site issues.
• Manage construction activities to meet programme, specification, budget and quality expectations.
• Develop and manage subcontractor work packages, scopes, resources and delivery schedules in collaboration with the commercial team.
• Monitor costs, forecasts, variations and changes, identifying risks and opportunities to improve commercial performance.
• Produce, maintain and update construction programmes, setting production targets and implementing recovery plans where required.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, sustainability and quality standards.
• Review construction methods, designs and specifications to identify efficiencies, improvements and potential cost savings.
• Manage site resources, workloads and training requirements to support effective project delivery.
• Maintain accurate project records, construction documentation, progress reports and handover information.
• Contribute to project risk management, incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a Site Agent, Construction Agent or similar construction management role.
• Experience managing building, fitout or complex construction packages.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, programme management and site coordination.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, resources and construction teams.
• A sound understanding of commercial management, including variations, cost forecasting and change control.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety requirements, including CDM Regulations.
• Experience monitoring progress, managing risks and maintaining quality standards.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• A valid CSCS Management card and knowledge of relevant construction procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a site-based environment.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects, with a focus on building and fitout works, would be advantageous.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major construction project where strong leadership, technical knowledge and effective collaboration are essential to success.

You will have responsibility for leading construction delivery, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and influencing project performance across programme, quality, safety and commercial objectives.

The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to project delivery while developing your experience within a professional, team-focused construction environment.

Rullion is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.